Caron Alyce Jacobson, MD
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Caron Alyce Jacobson is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in Boston, MA with over 22 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 22 years in internal medicine, Caron Alyce Jacobson, MD is a long-established medical oncology internal medicine specialist in Boston. Trained at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (class of 2004), she has been practicing for over 22 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 86.28/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 30% of MIPS-scored doctors in Massachusetts
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 5469dNPPES updated 2011-06-07 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Massachusetts Board of Registration in Medicine
Contact & Location
Practice Location
450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215-5418
How Does This Doctor Compare?
MIPS Score
202386.28/100
Massachusetts avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.7 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better72.5%
Massachusetts avg: 81.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-10.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
203
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
49
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
222
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $955k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,606 reporting peers in Massachusetts.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$58.2k received from industry
44 transactions reported in 2024 ·Very High tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Caron Alyce Jacobson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2004
Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons
22 years in practice
Experienced
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Education & Training
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons (Class of 2004)
Virtual Medical Oncology Care With Caron Alyce Jacobson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Caron Alyce Jacobson for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Boston required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Caron Alyce Jacobson
Dr. Jacobson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Boston, MA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (617) 632-3779.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215-5418
Mailing Address
450 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215-5418
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